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Helleborus orientalis subsp. abchasicus
Also Known As
- Early Purple Group Hellebore
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 12"-18"
- W: 12"-18"
planting zones
- 4a-9b
Helleborus orientalis subsp. abchasicus plant details
Helleborus orientalis subsp. abchasicus is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In winter purple flowers emerge. Grows well with dappled shade - shade and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in clay, rich and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Helleborus orientalis subsp. abchasicus
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: ranunculaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
- Flowers: purple blooms in winter
- Uses: border plant, container plant, easy-to-grow, winter interest, woodland garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Helleborus orientalis subsp. abchasicus
- USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
- Sun exposure: dappled shade - shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit
- Soil needs: clay, rich and well-drained
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How to Grow Helleborus orientalis subsp. abchasicus
Sun Exposure
- dappled shade - shade
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- clay
- adaptable
- well-drained
- rich
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- purple
Wildlife
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- winter
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Plant Type
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Zones
6b-10a
Size
Height: 24"
Width: 12"
- mostly sun - dappled shade
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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- mostly sun - mostly shade
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
5b-9b
Size
Height: 12"-15"
Width: 12"-18"
- mostly sun - dappled shade
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 8"-12"
Width: 12"-18"
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
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Size
Height: 12"-18"
Width: 12"-18"
- mostly sun - shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
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